What are the steps for international students to apply?

• • Prospective undergraduate students complete an online undergraduate program application that can be accessed from the website, lionel.edu. Applicants indicate whether they will pursue a certificate, an associate degree, or a bachelor’s degree. A copy of a government-issued photo ID must also be submitted. Students will self-certify their graduation from high school or the equivalent.
  • Prospective graduate students complete an online graduate program application that can be accessed from the website, lionel.edu.  An essay is required as part of the application. Students must also submit an official transcript showing completion of a Bachelor's degree. A copy of a government-issued photo ID must also be submitted.

• • Prospective students send official copies of transcripts from secondary schools, colleges, and universities to Lionel University. Transcripts in languages other than English must be accompanied by a certified translation. Transcripts for comparable Lionel University undergraduate courses completed in a country other than the United States must be evaluated by an outside credential evaluation company before they are submitted to the University. The National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (www.naces.org) members are acceptable sources for foreign credential evaluation and translation services.

• All instruction is in English. Lionel University does not provide English language services. International applicants whose native language is not English must submit evidence of English proficiency through one of the following exams:
  • Test of English as a Foreign Language (TOEFL): Minimum score of 500 on the TOEFL PBT (paper-based test) or a minimum score of 61 on the TOEFL iBT (internet-based test)
  • International English Language Testing System (IELTS) academic exam: Minimum score of 6.0
  • Duolingo English Test: Minimum score of 95
  • Pearson Test of English Academic Score Report: Minimum score of 44
  • The 4-Skill Michigan English Test (MET): Minimum score of 53
  • Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Competency in English (ECCE): Minimum of 650/LP 
  • Michigan Examination for the Certificate of Proficiency in English (ECPE): Minimum of 650/LP 
  • Evidence of an undergraduate degree completed at an accredited U.S. institution: International students who have completed undergraduate degrees from these institutions do not need to submit evidence of English proficiency.
  • Please Note: Lionel University’s school code for the TOEFL examination is 9518. For IELTS, simply search for Lionel University.

To get started, please click here to apply for one of Lionel University's exercise science programs. If you require assistance or would just like to speak to one of Lionel University's dedicated Admissions and Recruitment Advisors please call 1-800-650-4772 or email us at enrollment@lionel.edu.